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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses issues having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in learning technology are making it possible for people all over the world to be participants in online classes. These massive open online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning institutions have to struggle with today because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like New Zealand to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators get a handle on low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Professors want to understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This scholarly new book also considers the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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